India becomes key hub for Ericsson’s global antenna production

Ericsson Antenna System (EAS) says it is set to bolster its presence in India by expanding its local manufacturing capabilities, thereby establishing the country as a key innovation hub within its global network.

Ericsson said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.

It said the expansion would see Ericsson localise 100 per cent of EAS passive antenna production for the Indian market by June 2025.

According to Ericsson, this expansion will also facilitate quicker time-to-market, foster deeper partnerships with local entities, and enhance the company’s ability to adapt to customer needs.

The company said the initiative supports India’s rapid 5G rollout and bolster its ability to respond with greater agility to evolving market needs both regionally and globally.

It further stated that the local production of passive antennas in India would be done in collaboration with VVDN Technologies, a trusted technology partner.

According to the company, this will add India to Ericsson’s global manufacturing footprint, which already includes facilities in Mexico, Romania and China.

Commenting, Mikael Eriksson, Head of Ericsson Antenna System, noted that expanding to India would strengthen the company’s ability to deliver cutting-edge technology at speed and be closer to where customers were building next-generation networks.

“A significant portion of antennas manufactured in India will be exported, establishing the country as a strategic hub within Ericsson’s global supply chain,” he said.

Also, Nitin Bansal, Managing Director, Ericsson India, said the expansion reflected the company’s commitment and long-term investment in India’s industrial and digital future.